2004 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |